'Packaging a revolution.' (revolutionary recycling in Germany): An article from: World Watch

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From the supplier: Germany has encouraged its manufacturers to manage the collection and recycling of its discarded packaging. In 1993, the country followed a weight-based fee for charging manufacturers which generated negative financial repercussions. Thus, the system was replaced with a sliding fee scale based on material type rather than just weight. The new system established a 4% decreased in packaging.

Citation Details
Title: 'Packaging a revolution.' (revolutionary recycling in Germany)
Author: Megan Ryan
Publication:World Watch (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 1, 1994
Publisher: Worldwatch Institute
Volume: v7 Issue: n4 Page: p9(1)

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